THE FOODIE INC blogposts... it might be as simple as a profile on a food producer, outlet or restaurant; a recipe or top tips for foodie travellers. Occasionally, a guest contributor will share share something about food in their local neighbourhood or favourite holiday spot.

We tasted and then tasted some more, talking to fellow foodies and producers along the way. Cameras were always at the ready, stallholders became accustomed to displays being rearranged, and products being lined up, always obliging with a smile or friendly banter.

We even made ourselves lunch at the Casa BarillaCooking School which was heaps of fun – free but pays to book.

Casa Barilla Cooking School

Ready to cook...

Italian sausage & mushroom penne

Thanks to The Food Show for the complimentary ticket to Thursday’s opening day. The Food Show runs until Sunday 30 July. For tickets and information go to www.thefoodshow.co.nz

This photo journal shows just a handful of the amazing food and wine producers so we hope you choose to travel The Food Show in circles – you might be surprised what you notice the second time around! Enjoy the show.

Michelle

ps caught up with the girls at Mamas Donuts on the way out... lucky to be gifted a bag of mix on last week's 'Go Wild in Waikato' foodwriters trip